Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020) vs Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)Tullibardine 25 Year Old
DistilleryCragganmoreTullibardine
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.8%43%
Age20 yr25 yr
Price£130£155
Rating5.00/5

Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value32/100

Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is better value at £130 vs £155.

For beginners: Tullibardine 25 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£130 vs £155)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 20 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£155 vs £130)

Who should buy Cragganmore?

Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToastedNuttyHoney

Only Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Fresh Fruit

Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Malt Extract

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